New York Yankees general manager Brian Cashman compared his team to "The Little Engine That Could" after being asked how he viewed the Yankees in relation to their American League East rival, the Boston Red Sox.

The future belongs to Miguel Andujar and Gleyber Torres, but Tuesday's three-way deal added a strong right-now rival to a complicated camp battle.

David Schoenfield ESPN Senior Writer

Aaron Boone said Aaron Judge won't play the first several games when the Yankees kick off their spring schedule on Friday. No concerns, they're just taking it slow after offseason shoulder surgery. He said Judge should play "within the week." Giancarlo Stanton is expected to be in the lineup on Friday.

Coley Harvey ESPN Staff Writer

While Brian Cashman was speaking to reporters in the Yankees' dugout, there was a little commotion in the stands. Fans suddenly cheered as Aaron Judge hit a homer off the top of the scoreboard in BP. Another line-drive homer of his got caught by a young fan holding out a hat. That created some buzz, too.

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Coley Harvey ESPN Staff Writer

Yankees GM Brian Cashman explains why he's been after Brandon Drury for a long time, and why the team traded for the third baseman yesterday.

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David Schoenfield ESPN Senior Writer

Brian Cashman says "we paid a heavy price" in giving up Nick Solak and Taylor Widener for Brandon Drury. The trade was "made with a lot of angst." He said 10 to 15 teams had asked about Solak this offseason and the depth of the minor league system allowed them to make the deal.

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David Schoenfield ESPN Senior Writer

Brian Cashman says Brandon Drury was acquired primarily with the intention to play third base. The Yankees feel he's a very skilled athlete who has yet to reach his potential and they've tried to get him for several years. Drury won't be handed the starting job over Miguel Andujar, but Cashman feels his experience does give him the leg up.

Buster Olney talks to Jerry Crasnick about how Tuesday's big trade impacts remaining free agents, tanking in the state of Florida and more (9:01). Plus, Marc Topkin brings some "Inside Heat" on the Rays (27:17) and Paul Hembekides goes inside the numbers in the debut of "Hembo Knows" (34:51).

Adding Steven Souza Jr. to a new-look outfield in Arizona might help get the D-backs get back to the postseason, but did the Rays get good value?

Marly Rivera ESPN Writer

Yankees make it official: they've acquired infielder/outfielder Brandon Drury from the Arizona Diamondbacks.

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Tristan H. Cockcroft ESPN Senior Writer

Good move by the Diamondbacks to deal Brandon Drury now, because he was one of their players I'd have most expected to suffer statistically as a result of the humidor. In New York, he'll play regularly while getting at least as much HR/FB% help, so his results should be similar.

The Yankees have added versatile infielder Brandon Drury via a three-team trade with Arizona and Tampa Bay. Steven Souza Jr. heads to the Diamondbacks, with the Rays acquiring two prospects and two players to be named.

It's already February, but there are aces and sluggers looking for new homes. We find the best bet -- and a dark horse -- for the top available names.

Marly Rivera ESPN Writer

Aroldis Chapman was able to travel to Cuba for the first time in 8 years this past off-season. Chapman received quite a welcome in his hometown of Holguín.

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1B not an option for Judge, Stanton (0:48)

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Boone: 'really excited' about Torres, Andujar (0:40)

Marly Rivera ESPN Writer

Aroldis Chapman signing autographs.

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David Schoenfield ESPN Senior Writer

Aaron Boone on his initial impressions of young infielders Gleyber Torres and Miguel Andujar: "I'm trying to contain my excitement. I think they're both going to be tremendous players. I love who they are. You can tell they enjoy being on the baseball field. You can tell they're confident in their ability, the way they move around, yet there's a humility about them."

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David Schoenfield ESPN Senior Writer

On a back field at the Yankees' spring training complex, fans can get a close-up view of Aaron Judge, Giancarlo Stanton and Gary Sanchez taking BP. Not a bad way to spend an afternoon.